NBC and Telemundo Owned Television Stations started the Clear the Shelters initiative nationwide four years ago. Since its inception, more than 215,000 pets (and counting) have been adopted.

Telemundo 39 anchor Norma Garcia fell in love with an adorable puppy while working at Irving Animal Shelter in Irving, Texas, and decided to adopt the dog herself. Garcia joined the thousands of new families formed.

If you have the financial means, the time, and the love to give, please consider adopting. There are so many animals in shelters looking for a home. Rescuing Finn was one of the best decisions I’ve made. #ClearTheShelterspic.twitter.com/FszZoxUoau

David Ceely of Little Shelter Animal Rescue joins TODAY to talk about the Clear the Shelters event, which aims to boost pet adoptions. These pups are just a few of many that were taken in from Puerto Rico. pic.twitter.com/7TkyfmfFzs

These rescue boys are the best gift @pattimurin and I could have ever asked for!
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